I . GENERAL OPERATION â¢ Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when â¢ Read , understand , and follow all operating mower . instructions on the machine and in the I1 . SLOPE OPERATION manual ( s ) before starting . Be thor - oughly familiar with the controls and Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in the proper use of the machine before starting . severe injury . All slopes require extra â¢ Do not put hands or feet near or under caution . If you feel uneasy on a slope , do not mow it . rotating parts . Keep clear of the DO : discharge opening at all times . â¢ Only allow responsible individuals , â¢ Mow across the face of slopes : never who are familiar with the instructions , to up and down . Exercise extreme caution operate the machine . when changing direction on slopes . â¢ Clear the area of objects such as â¢ Remove obstacles such as rocks , tree rocks , toys , wire , bones , sticks , etc . , limbs , etc . which could be picked up and thrown â¢ Watch for holes , ruts , or bumps . Tall by the blade . grass can hide obstacles . â¢ Be sure the area is clear of other DO NOT : people before mowing . Stop machine if â¢ Do not trim near drop - offs , ditches or anyone enters the area . embankments . The operator could lose â¢ Do not operate the mower when footing or balance . barefoot or wearing open sandals . â¢ Do not trim excessively steep slopes . Always wear substantial foot wear . â¢ Do not mow on wet grass . Reduced â¢ Do not pull mower backwards unless footing could cause slipping . absolutely necessary . Always look II1 . CHILDREN down and behind before and while Tragic accidents can occur if the operator moving backwards . is not alert to the presence of children . â¢ Do not operate the mower without Children are often attracted to the proper guards , plates , grass catcher or machine and the mowing activity . Never other safety protective devices in place . assume that children will remain where â¢ See manufacturer's instructions for you last saw them . proper operation and installation of â¢ Keep children out of the trimming area accessories . Only use accessories and under the watchful care of another approved by the manufacturer . responsible adult . â¢ Stop the blade ( s ) when crossing gravel â¢ Be alert and turn machine off if children drives , walks , or roads . enter the area . â¢ Stop the engine ( motor ) whenever you â¢ Before and while walking backwards , leave the equipment , before cleaning look behind and down for small the mower or unclogging the chute . children . â¢ Shut the engine ( motor ) off and wait â¢ Never allow children to operate the until the blade comes to complete stop machine . before removing grass catcher . â¢ Use extra care when approaching blind â¢ Mow only in daylight or good artificial corners , shrubs , trees , or other objects light . that may obscure vision . â¢ Do not operate the machine while IV . SERVICE under the influence of alcohol or drugs . â¢ Never operate machine in wet grass . â¢ Use extra care in handling gasoline Always be sure of your footing : keep a and other fuels . They are flammable firm hold on the handle and walk ; and vapors are explosive . never run . - Use only an approved container . â¢ Disengage the self - propelled mecha - - Never remove gas cap or add fuel nism or drive clutch on mowers so with the engine running . Allow engine to cool before refueling . Do equipped before starting the engine not smoke . ( motor ) . - Never refuel the machine indoors . â¢ If the equipment should start to vibrate - Never store the machine or fuel abnormally , stop the engine ( motor ) container inside where there is an and check immediately for the cause . Vibration is generally a warning of open flame , such as a water heater . trouble . 3 Page: 4

â¢ Never run a machine inside a closed â¢ Stop and inspect the equipment if you area . strike an object . Repair , if necessary , â¢ Never make adjustments or repairs before restarting . with the engine ( motor ) running . â¢ Never attempt to make wheel height Disconnect the spark plug wire , and adjustments while the engine ( motor ) is keep the wire away from the plug to running . â¢ Grass catcher components are subject prevent accidental starting . â¢ Keep nuts and bolts , especially blade to wear , damage , and deterioration , attachment bolts , tight and keep which could expose moving parts or equipment in good condition â¢ allow objects to be thrown . Frequently â¢ Never tamper with safety devices . check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts , Check their proper operation regularly . â¢ Keep machine free of grass , leaves , or when necessary . other debris build - up . Clean oil or fuel â¢ Mower blades are sharp and can cut . spillage . Allow machine to cool before Wrap the blade ( s ) or wear gloves , and storing . use extra caution when servicing them . â¢ Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine . These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced . They are not shipped with your mower . They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers . Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you , when you provide the model number of your lawn mower â¢ Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower . LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CLIPPING DEFLECTOR FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS STABILIZER MULCHER KITS - . - \ ' GRASS CATCHERS ' , \ FOR SIDE DISCHARGE GRLAASWSN FCMOAORTWCEHRESRS _ \ \ LAWN MOWERS _ REAR DISCHARGE GAS CANS LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE b MUFFLERS SPARK PLUGS AIR FILTERS BELTS BLADES WHEELS ENGINE OIL BLADE ADAPTERS 4 Page: 5

Read these instructions and this manual HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN in its entirety before you attempt to MOWER assemble or operate your new lawn TO UNFOLD HANDLE mower . IMPORTANT : Unfold handle carefully so IMPORTANT : This lawn mower is as not to pinch or damage control cables . shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in 1 . Raise handles until lower handle the engine . section locks into place in mowing Your new lawn mower has been as - position . sembled at the factory with the exception 2 . Remove protective padding , raise of those parts left unassembled for upper handle section into place on shipping purposes . All parts such as nuts , lower handle and tighten both handle washers , bolts , etc . , necessary to com - knobs . plete the assembly have been placed in 3 . Remove handle padding holding the parts bag . To ensure safe and proper operator presence control bar to operation of your lawn mower , all parts upper handle . and hardware you assemble must be Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted tightened securely . Use the correct tools for your mowing comfort . Refer to " AD - as necessary to ensure proper tightness . JUST HANDLE " in the Service and TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM Adjustments section of this manual . CARTON Operator arr 1 . Remove loose parts included with control b mower . 2 . Cut down two end corners of carton UP and lay end panel down flat . 3 . Remove all packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle . 4 . Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thorougly for additional Mowing position loose parts . Lower handle TO INSTALL ATI'ACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher . To convert to bagging , see " TO CONVERT MOWER " in the Operation section of this manual ) . 5 Page: 6

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER . Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments . Save this manual for future reference . These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product . Learn and understand their meaning . CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER , KEEP HANDS OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY Operator presence control bar Throttle Drive control lever Starter handle Handle knob oil cap with dipstick Grass catcher Muffler Housing Gasoline filler cal lye cover Air filte _ Primer . = eladjuster ( on each wheel ) IMPORTANT : This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine . MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk - behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute and the U . S . Consumer Product Safety Commis - sion . The blade turns when the engine is running . Operator presence control bar - must Drive control lever - used to engage be held down to the handle to start the power - propelled forward motion of lawn mower . engine . Release to stop the engine . Throttle control - used for starting the Starter handle - used for starting the engine . engine and allows you to select either Primer - pumps additional fuel from the FAST or SLOW engine speed . carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine . 6 Page: 7

DRIVE CONTROL The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign â¢ Self - propelling is controlled by holding objects thrown into the the operator presence control bar down eyes , which can result in to the handle and pushing the drive severe eye damage . control lever forward until it clicks ; then Always wear safety glasses or eye releasing the lever . shields while operating your lawn mower â¢ Forward motion will stop when the or performing any adjustments or repairs . operator presence control bar is We recommend standard safety glasses released . To stop forward motion or a wide vision safety mask worn over without stopping engine , release the spectacles . operator presence control bar slightly HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER until the drive control disengages . Hold operator presence control bar down ENGINE SPEED against handle to continue mowing The engine speed is controlled by a without self - propelling . throttle control located on the side of the â¢ To keep drive control engaged when upper handle . FAST position is for turning corners , push down on handle starting , normal cutting , trimming and and lift front wheels off ground while better grass bagging . SLOW position is turning lawn mower . for light cutting , trimming and fuel Operator presence control bar Drive economy . control SLOW FAST DRIVE TO ENGAGE CONTROL DRIVE CONTROL DISENGAGED TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut , adjust cutting height to suit your requirements . Medium position is best for most lawns . â¢ To change cutting height , squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel . Move wheel up or down to suit your require - ments . Be sure all wheels are in the same setting . ENGINE ZONE CONTROL NOTE : Adjuster is properly positioned when plate tab inserts into hole in lever . ACAUTION : Federal regulations require Also , 9 - position adjusters ( if so equipped ) an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the risk allow lever to be positioned between the plate tabs . of blade contact injury . Do not under any circumstances attempt to defeat the LOWER WHEELS FOR HIGH CUT function of the operator control . The blade turns when the engine is running . â¢ Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower . RAISE WHEELS FOR LOW CUT Lever 7 Page: 8

TOCONVERTMOWER 2 . Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout . Make sure that rim of spout is clean . Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be 3 . You receive a container of oil with the used as a mulcher . To convertto bagging : unit . Slowly pour 314 ( 15 oz . ) of the oil â¢ Uff reardoor of the lawn mower and place from the container down the oil fill the grasscatcher frame hooks onto the spout into the engine . door pivot pins . 4 . Wait one minute to allow oil to settle . â¢ To convert to mulching operation , remove Insert and tighten dipstick , then grass catcher and dose rear door . remove it to check oil level . _ CAUTION : Do not run your lawn mower 5 . Continue adding small amounts of oil without rear door closed , clipping and rechecking the dipstick until it deflector or approved grass catcher in reads full . DO NOT overfill , or engine place . Never attempt to operate the lawn will smoke on startup . mower with the rear door removed or 6 . Always be sure to retighten oil dipstick propped open . before starting engine . Pivot p _ ns Rear Grasser â¢ Check oil level before each use . Add catch oil if needed . Fill to full line on dipstick . handle â¢ Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each season . You may need to change the oil more often under dusty , dirty conditions . ADD GASOLINE â¢ Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck . Do not overfill . Use fresh , clean , regular unleaded gasoline with amix minimum of 87 octane . Do not oil Catcher frame with gasoline . Purchase fuel in TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER quantities that can be used within 30 1 . Lift up on grass catcher using the Adays to assure fuel freshness . frame handle . CAUTION : Wipe off any spilled oil or 2 . Remove grass catcher with clippings fuel . Do not store , spill or use gasoline from under lawn mower handle . near an open flame . _ 1 = CAUTION : Alcohol blended fuels 3 . Empty clippings from bag using both frame handle and bag handle . ( called gasohol or using ethanol or NOTE : Do not drag the bag when methanol ) can attract moisture which emptying ; it will cause unnecessary wear . leads to separation and formation of acids during storage . Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage . To avoid engine problems , the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer . Drain the gas tank , start the Grass engine and let it run until the fuel lines catcher and carburetor are empty . Use fresh fuel frame next season . See Storage Instructions for handle additional information . Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel aBagndle tank or permanent damage may occur . h BEFORE STARTING ENGINE o11cap ADD OIL Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine . For type and grade of oil ctoe use , see " ENGINE " in the Maintenan section of this manual , olinefiller â¢ 1 , CAUTION : DO NOT overfill engine with cap oil , or it will smoke on startup . 1 . Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oil fill is clean . 8 Prime Page: 9

TO START ENGINE MULCHING MOWING TIPS NOTE : Due to protective coatings on the IMPORTANT : For best performance , engine , a small amount of smoke may be keep mower housing free of built - up present during the initial use of the grass and trash . See " CLEANING " in the product and should be considered Maintenance section of this manual . normal . â¢ The special mulching blade will recut 1 . To start a cold engine , push primer the grass clippings many times and three ( 3 ) times before trying to start . reduce them in size so that as they fall Use a firm push . This step is not onto the lawn they will disperse into the usually necessary when starting an grass and not be noticed . Also , the engine which has already run for a mulched grass will biodegrade quickly few minutes . to provide nutrients for the lawn . 2 . Move throttle control lever to FAST Always mulch with your highest engine position . ( blade ) speed as this will provide the 3 . Hold operator presence control bar best recutting action of the blades . down to the handle and pull starter â¢ Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet . handle quickly . Do not allow starter Wet grass tends to form clumps and rope to snap back . interferes with the mulching action . The best time to mow your lawn is the early TO STOP ENGINE afternoon . At this time the grass has â¢ To stop engine , release operator dried and the newly cut area will not be presence control bar . exposed to the direct sun . NOTE : In cooler weather it may be â¢ For best results , adjust the lawn mower necessary to repeat priming steps . In cutting height so that the lawn mower warmer weather over priming may cause cuts off only the top one - third of the flooding and engine will not start . If you grass blades . If the lawn is overgrown it do flood engine , wait a few minutes will be necessary to raise the height of before attempting to start and do not cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep repeat priming steps . from overloading the engine and MOWING TIPS leaving clumps of mulched grass . For extremely heavy grass , reduce your â¢ Under certain conditions , such as very width of cut by overlapping previously tall grass , it may be necessary to raise cut path and mow slowly . the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass MAX 1 / 3 clippings . It may also be necessary to reduce ground speed and / or run the mower over the area a second time . â¢ For extremely heavy cutting , reduce the width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly . â¢ For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions , the engine speed â¢ Certain types of grass and grass should be set in the FAST position . â¢ Pores in cloth grass catchers can conditions may require that an area be become filled with dirt and dust with mulched a second time to completely use and catchers will collect less hide the clippings . When doing a grass . To prevent this , regularly hose second cut , mow across or perpendicu - lar to the first cut path . catcher off with water and let dry before using . â¢ Change your cutting pattern from week to week . Mow north to south one week â¢ Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of grass clippings and then change to east to west the next week . This will help prevent matting chaff . This will help engine air flow and extend engine life . and graining of the lawn . 9 Page: 10

GRASS CATCHER â¢ The grass catcher may be hosed with water , but must be dry when used . â¢ Check your grass catcher often for damage or deterioration . Through normal use it will wear . If catcher needs replacing , replace only with a manufac - NOTE : Although multi - viscosity oils turer approved replacement catcher . ( 5W30 , 10W30 etc . ) improve starting in Give the lawn mower model number cold weather , these multi - viscosity oils when ordering . will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 Â° E Check your DRIVE WHEELS engine oil level more frequently to avoid Check front drive wheels each time possible engine damage from running low on oil . before you mow to be sure they move Change the oil after every 25 hours of freely . operation or at least once a year if the The wheels not turning freely means lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in trash , grass cuttings , etc . are in the drive wheel area and must be cleaned to free one year . Check the crankcase oil level before drive wheels . starting the engine and after each five ( 5 ) If necessary to clean the drive wheels , be sure to clean both front wheels . hours of continuous use . Tighten oil plug securely each time you check the oil 1 . Remove hubcaps , hairpin cotters and level . washers . 2 . Remove wheels from wheel adjusters . TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL 3 . Remove any trash or grass cuttings NOTE : Before tipping lawn mower to from inside the dust cover , pinion and / drain oil , drain fuel tank by running or drive wheel gear teeth . engine until fuel tank is empty . 4 . Put wheels back in place . 1 . Disconnect spark plug wire from spark NOTE : if after cleaning , the drive wheels plug and place wire where it cannot do not turn freely , contact a Sears or other come in contact with spark plug . qualified service center . 2 . Remove engine oil cap ; lay aside on a clean surface . GEAR CASE 3 . Tip lawn mower on its side as shown â¢ To keep your drive system working and drain oil into a suitable container . properly , the gear case and area Rock lawn mower back and forth to around the drive should be kept clean remove any oil trapped inside of and free of trash build - up . Clean under engine . the drive cover twice a season . 4 . Wipe off any spilled oil from lawn â¢ The gear case is filled with lubricant to mower or side of engine . the proper level at the factory . The only 5 . Fill engine with oil . ( See " ADD OIL " in time the lubricant needs attention is if the Operation section of this manual ) . service has been performed on the 6 . Reconnect spark plug wire to spark gear case . plug . â¢ If lubricant is required , use only Elf brand oil , Part No . REDUCTELF 100 . Do not substitute . ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF - SJ . Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature . Container j 12 Page: 13

AIR FILTER MUFFLER Your engine will not run properly using a Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and / or dam - dirty air filter . Clean the foam pre - cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every age . SPARK PLUG season . Replace paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season , Replace spark plugs at the beginning of whichever occurs first . Service air each mowing season or after every 100 cleaner more often under dusty condi - hours of operation , whichever occurs first . tions . Spark plug type and gap setting areONS " 1 . Loosen screws and remove cover . shown in = PRODUCT SPECIFICATI 2 . Carefully remove cartridge . in Maintenance section of this manual . 3 . Clean by gently tapping on a flat CLEANING surface . If very dirty , replace cartridge . _ iLCAUTION : Petroleum solvents , such IMPORTANT : For best performance , as kerosene , are not to be used to clean keep mower housing free of built - up grass and trash . Clean the underside of cartridge . They may cause deterioration of your mower after each use . the cartridge . Do not oil cartridge . Do not _ kCAUTION : Disconnect spark plug wire use pressurized air to clean or dry from spark plug and place wire where it cartridge . cannot come in contact with the spark 4 . Install cartridge , then replace cover . plug . â¢ Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove build - up of grass and trash . â¢ Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating . A clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life . â¢ Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline , oil , etc . â¢ We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the electrical system , muffler , air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out . Water in engine can result in shortened engine life . , Base CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER Clean under drive cover at least twice a season . Scrape underside of cover with putty knife or similar tool to remove any build - up of trash or grass on underside of drive cover . _ I , WARNING : To avoid serious injury , LAWN MOWER before performing any service or adjust - TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT ments : See " TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT " in 1 . Release control bar and stop engine . the Operation section of this manual . 2 . Make sure the blade and all moving REAR DEFLECTOR parts have completely stopped . The rear deflector , attached between the 3 . Disconnect spark plug wire from spark rear wheels of your mower , is provided to plug and place where it cannot come minimize the possibility that objects will in contact with plug . be thrown out of the rear of the mower into the operator's mowing position . If the deflector becomes damaged , it should be replaced . 13 Page: 14

ENGINE IMPORTANT : Never tamper with the engine governor , which is factory set for ENGINE SPEED proper engine speed . Overspeeding the Your engine speed has been factory set . engine above the factory high speed Do not attempt to increase engine speed setting can be dangerous . If you think the or it may result in personal injury . If you engine - governed high speed needs believe that the engine is running too fast adjusting , contact a Sears or other or too slow , take your lawn mower to a qualified service center , which has proper Sears or other qualified service center for equipment and experience to make any repair and adjustment . necessary adjustments . CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable . If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems , take your lawn mower to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and / or adjust - ment . Immediately prepare your lawn mower for â¢ When setting up your handle from the storage at the end of the season or if the storage position , the lower handle will unit will not be used for 30 days or more . automatically lock into the mowing position . LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time , clean it thoroughly , remove SQUEEZE all dirt , grease , leaves , etc . Store in a TO FOLD clean , dry area . 1 . Clean entire lawn mower ( Seence " CLEANING " in the Maintena section of this manual ) . 2 . Lubricate as shown in the Mainte - nance section of this manual . 3 . Be sure that all nuts , bolts , screws , and pins are securely fastened . Inspect moving parts for damage , breakage and wear . Replace if necessary . 4 . Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces ; sand lightly before painting . Operator control bar HANDLE You can fold your lawn mower handle for Upper handl ( storage . 1 . Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower Lower handle toward each other until the lower handle clears the handle bracket , then move handle forward . FOLD 2 . Loosen upper handle mounting bolts BACKWARD enough to allow upper handle to be folded back . IMPORTANT : When folding the handle Mowing for storage or transportation , be sure to position fold the handle as shown or you may damage the control cables . 15 Page: 16

ENGINE OIL ENGINE Drain oil ( with engine warm ) and replace FUEL SYSTEM with clean engine oil . ( See " ENGINE " in IMPORTANT : It is important to prevent the Maintenance section of this manual ) . gum deposits from forming in essential CYLINDER fuel system parts such as carburetor , fuel 1 . Remove spark plug . filter , fuel hose , or tank during storage . 2 . Pour one ounce ( 29 ml ) of oil through Also , alcohol blended fuels ( called spark plug hole into cylinder . gasohol or using ethanol or methanol ) can attract moisture which leads to 3 . Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil . separation and formation of acids during 4 . Replace with new spark plug . storage . Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage . OTHER 1 . Drain the fuel tank . â¢ Do not store gasoline from one season 2 . Start the engine and let it run until the to another . fuel lines and carburetor are empty . â¢ Replace your gasoline can if your can â¢ Never usa engine or carburetor cleaner starts to rust . Rust and / or dirt in your products in the fuel tank or permanent gasoline will cause problems . damage may occur . â¢ If possible , store your unit indoors and â¢ Usa fresh fuel next season . cover it to protect it from dust and dirt . NOTE : Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable â¢ Cover your unit with a suitable protec - alternative in minimizing the formation of tive cover that does not retain moisture . fuel gum deposits during storage . Add Do not use plastic . Plastic cannot stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or breathe , which allows condensation to storage container . Always follow the mix form and will cause your unit to rust . ratio found on stabilizer container . Run IMPORTANT : Never cover mower while engine at least 10 minutes after adding engine and exhaust areas are still warm . stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach _ , CAUTION : Never store the lawn mower the carburetor . Do not drain the gas tank with gasoline in the tank inside a building and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer . where fumes may reach an open flame or spark , Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure . TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Center . PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1 . Dirty air filter . 1 . Clean / replace air filter . 2 . Out of fuel . 2 . Fill fuel tank . 3 . Stale fuel . 3 . Drain tank and refill with fresh , clean fuel . 4 . Water in fuel . 4 . Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline . 5 . Spark plug wire is 5 . Connect wire to plug . disconnected . 6 . Replace spark plug . 6 . Bad spark plug . 7 . Loose blade or broken 7 . Tighten blade bolt or blade adapter . replace blade adapter . 8 . Control bar in released 8 . Depress control bar to handle . position . 9 . Control bar defective . 9 . Replace control bar . 10 . Turn fuel valve lever 10 . Fuel valve lever ( if so to the ON position . equipped ) in OFF position . 11 . Weak battery ( if equipped ) . 11 . Charge battery . 12 . Disconnected battery 12 . Connect battery to engine . connector ( if equipped ) . 16 Page: 17